How to connect a camera to your computer for Live Streaming, Zoom or webinars

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Do you want to raise the quality of your Zoom meetings, webinars or other live video streaming sessions?
This is how to connect an external camera to your computer so you get a better picture if your internal camera or webcam isn't up to scratch!
You can use a DSLR, camcorder or any video camera, as long as it's a recent camera with at least 1080 resolution.
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[@leongovender837]

Hi, thank you, that was clearly explained! Just a question : for a two interview set up, will obvious need multiple cameras set up - is there an automated solution to switch or zoom in to the person talking (interviewer and interviewee) that you could recommend I look at? Thanks Leon

[@OluwaseunAtibere]

good explanation. But i want to ask. Incase i want to connect my laptop and camera with television together for live streaming, how do i go about it and what tools do i need to achieve this

[@rwothpius6990]

From your explanation everything became easy for me. Thanks

[@HispleMedia]

THAT WAS HELPFUL. THANK YOU

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Good to hear! ☺️

[@drbhupeshclittle6729]

Very nice explanation in simple ways, no complicated things. Being simple yet clear is a virtue not many possess but you have that Mam. As I have been teaching in University for last 28 years (India and abroad) and been jury / chair for lots of technical discussions, I have come across many people who are either not clear about their concepts or their explanations are French to a non-french speaking person, hence the benefits in such cases are hard to get. I am sure it will help a lot of people to get started. Thanks for beautiful, short and clear video very useful for the beginners. Regards. - Prof. Bhupesh C Little PhD, Post Doc. HOD, Applied Art & Photography

[@VlogAcademyUK]

This is so so lovely to hear! My aim is always to simplify things to make it accessible to as many as possible 🤗

[@hatemsaied9961]

You forgot an important issue. You need to get a continuous endless steam of power to your camcorder while using it for live stream instead of depending on the battery. Otherwise you will have a boring task of charging a lot of batteries before each long live stream. Also you will need to interrupt the video live stream for changing the battery. And because the batteries will degrade in capacity by time then you will keep buying new batteries with no end. I think most of the $200-$500 camcorders from big names (Sony, Canon, .. etc) in the market are old designs before the great increase of video live stream that happened after covid. The big companies (sony, canon, .. etc) just keep producing them instead of making new designs.

[@Jakob.Hamburg]

TY for the video. This was helpful and interesting.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Happy to hear! 😀

[@manyisho_production]

this was very helpful, thank you, sister

[@abundancemindsetloading]

This was really wonderful!

[@markguertin2496]

Very helpful video! I am trying to determine if I can attach a projector and a video camera via an HDMI splitter for a zoom meeting. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@veggitarianredneck]

Very straight forward, thank you very much!

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Good to hear! Enjoy your live streaming ☀️

[@Kimmyb62]

What about hooking up the mic??? I can’t figure out to stream the lapel mic

[@VlogAcademyUK]

What's your setup? Usually it's best to connect the mic straight to the computer to avoid lag. USB or ensure the mic is correct for your system. You then just need to ensure your computer settings accept external microphone.

[@Kimmyb62]

@@VlogAcademyUK I figured it out.. I needed an adapter..the cordless mic that came with the camcorder did not work so I bought a better quality one and it works great! Thank you for the video it was very helpful!

[@HansFormerlyTraffer]

Everything I needed to know! Thank You.

[@artscience9981]

Very helpful tutorial, well explained, thank you!

[@BULLBOOMBEARBUST]

Very informative video, thank you. I'm looking to step-up the quality of my videos and this helps a lot.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Happy to hear! :)

[@bradleyc79]

Thanks from Chicago

[@thebbrothers22]

Can you do this wirelessly??

[@cicada3312]

No, I don't think

[@uncledrew8551]

Hi, my name is Henry Pls help me out with this issue Am trying to live stream a program, so i try connecting my camera to my vmix app with the HDMI Cable on my laptop. It works though, buh on the camera recording screen, the video is more smoother in motion than the one on the laptop. Pls help me out

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Thank you for getting in touch and sorry you're struggling. This is a tricky thing to consult on without seeing exactly the difference. A smaller screen will always present a sharper look. Are we talking reduced quality/resolution, or do you have a lag in the motion?

[@ChanchalBose-MostlyLinux]

Very impressive detail, yet precise presentation. Awesome.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Thank you :) New videos coming after the summer break - let me know what you need to know more about!

[@hadbaapodcast]

that was flawless , thanks

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Fab! :)

[@swagproductionsentertainme4067]

I can't find the 1 hour setup you spoke about where on your site can I find it?

[@leondsouza941]

How can I use a wireless camcorder for zoom meeting

[@kingslayug4326]

Thanks for the lessons.. please help me know how to make a Livestream on KZbin with some words on it (titles)

[@davidmackie8552]

Thankyou. That was so clear!

[@businessmanpodcast9048]

you made this soooooooo freaking easy...thank you and i love you!!!

[@VlogAcademyUK]

😄😍🎉

[@MartinCraneRockbeast]

Atem mini should be your next purchase.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Yes it’s great, we use one for live-streaming a regular business show.

[@kindu5166]

Hi, I am trying to connect my olympus sp-810uz Ive got the capture card and the required cable. But when I try to set it up the shutter turns off and the only thing I can access is the playback and settings. I've tried obs but it only mirrored the playback and settings

[@BayonleArashi]

I came across the video while looking for a way to connect my DSLR camera to my laptop for my podcast. So it says all I need is a capture card with the DSLR camera? I want to be sure about this before buying the capture card because when I connected directly it did not work.

[@ruiedimilsonmunguambe4619]

it was very helpfull. thank you

[@joshuakinder]

So much informative. Just loved it!

[@VlogAcademyUK]

😍

[@cmdsolutionsgroup3099]

I have a question… hopefully this finds you and you can point me in the right direction… You mentioned a clean HDMI output… well I don’t have it… all of my screen is transferred to my computer and it’s stressing me out… I don’t know what to do… How can I clean up my HDMI out put or is it the camcorder itself? Is there a specific HDMI cable I’m supposed to get? Please advise

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Sorry to hear you’re stressed! It’s a setting in your camera. Some cameras unfortunately can’t do it. So google your model and see if it can.

[@cmdsolutionsgroup3099]

@@VlogAcademyUK don’t see it! Might have to buy another camera unfortunately

[@VlogAcademyUK]

What camera do you have?

[@cmdsolutionsgroup3099]

@@VlogAcademyUKI have an off brand… DVC 4k

[@cmdsolutionsgroup3099]

I figured it out… You have to use the touch screen while it’s casting… the screen is dark… but if I keep on pressing it… everything goes away!!!!! Thank you for all your help… I’m subscribing just because

[@laoshi3031]

Thank you madame ! two hours that I search for a solution like a cat after his ball ! ^^' you gave me the perfect answer !

[@VlogAcademyUK]

So happy to help!

[@vinodbasani4542]

Wish you 'all the best' for Vlog Academy

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Thank you :)

[@timothytrogdon5647]

I have an eyecam attached to the top of my monitor for my desk top. I want to create videos in front of the eyecam - demonstrating or simply talking about specific products so my audience can see me. Then I want to attach short videos to my web page streamers will visit when looking for information about products - such as guitars. Can you assist with that simple process. Then I have to release my page/site on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge so people searching may find my page.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Hi, Timothy, you need something like OBS, Loom or Camtasia to record the video onto your computer, then edit it and upload either to KZbin or upload a file of the highest resolution to whatever the platform you choose requires.

[@mablyluke]

Hi, how do make the output clean and get rid of all the display info. I am using a camcorder. Thanks

[@VlogAcademyUK]

You need to change the display setting in your camera.

[@DuncanClocks]

Thanks so much very helpful and clear

[@ashokasamarasinghe700]

Thank you , your video helped a lot!

[@josemonv]

please tell me which is the small pod you used for handy cam? link please

[@VlogAcademyUK]

You mean for the little Panasonic camcorder in the middle of frame? It's a Selfie Stand, can't find the name anymore, but something like this: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01MDUBMNY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@josepharila4817]

Thanks, 👍 very helpful 😊

[@Keithkiller1]

Hiya, My cam recorder doesnt have a HDMI port at all it only has usb. But when i plug the USB into it, it just reads the memory card and stays on a black screen with the card icon.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Please clarify. You have a webcam with a USB or a camcorder? When you connect it to the computer, the computer doesn't recognise the camera?

[@BoystudiosKE]

Much informative, how I wish

[@Braxton-ec7xi]

Awesome job

[@sylbournetv]

Hi Great Video i got this Black Magic Atem and connecting a Ultra IR 2.7k but having issues getting off the displays all over the screen is that possible or is this camera the wrong thing for LIVE streaming#

[@VlogAcademyUK]

It's hard to say without knowing the camera, but in most cases, you would go into Display Settings, go to HDMI Info Display / Overlays and switch it Off. Hope this helps!

[@expsterm1]

Hi I am trying to do a hybrid between live meeting (conference room) and zoom for people who do remote. Can you recommend a speaker or microphone clear enough so people can hear remotely?

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Hi, did you find a solution? You could use a clip-on microphone hooked up to your computer, might have to be wireless if you're moving around. Or do you need more people in the conference room to be heard? Then google Conference microphone for computer - it depends on what country you are in what you can get.

[@The_Trained_Observer]

Has anyone been able to use an internal HDMI capture card such as the Blackmagic Design Intensity, or the Intensity Pro with their Canon M50 II using HDMI?

[@factnews_247]

helpful,thnks🙏🙏😀

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Good! :)

[@ArabianMalayaliVlog1]

what about the sound ?

[@CASatyaPrakash]

Thank You♥

[@braydenmcclellan1177]

I have a camcorder connected to my computer and the signal keeps flickering in and out, how do I fix this?

[@VedantaGuruji]

Great information. Though I figured out last week. But I wish if I could have got this video a year ago. But one practical issue, how do we get 4k? Because capture card converts to 720. Even with new Sony zv e10. So how do we upgrade the quality? But great information. Precisely, clearly. Thank you 🙏

[@VlogAcademyUK]

You need 4K all the way through, so 4K capture card

[@MrsSoniaElaine]

So if I connect my camera to my laptop for live streaming is it going to run down my camera battery faster? I wanted to try to connect my Lumix G85 and put it on a long cord for my cooking channel. So do you need a capture card for youtube? Doesn't youtube record it for you and keep it ?

[@topgunpilot2547]

Keep it on charging during streaming.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

So first thing first, you want to run off electricity, batteries will get drained. You can go live straight on KZbin if you're using a webcam, but if you want higher quality, you need to connect a separate camera.

[@osoeligwe]

How do I connect a separate Camera to my computer?

[@worshiponpurpose916]

I love this

[@monk_47]

Hi there, great stuff!! I am facing problem with clean HDMI output (getting all the display notes from the display screen of my video camera) in my live streaming. Could you please help me in this regard. I am using Panasonic HC - X1000 4K video camera and camlink. Thanks in advance.

[@monk_47]

Also, I think it is not possible to get a completely clean display in the mentioned video camera.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Have you turned off all the display info on the actual camera?

[@monk_47]

@@VlogAcademyUK almost but there are four reference lines (two horizontal and two vertical) on the boundaries of the display. There use is to ensure that there is no tilt while recording. I am unable to get rid off these reference lines and these show up in the live streaming.

[@VlogAcademyUK]

@@monk_47 should be. Go to MENU | DISP SETUP | GUIDE LINES | OFF

[@monk_47]

@@VlogAcademyUK that was the first thing I tried and I was like almost sure that it should work but actually it did nothing.

[@Soccer367Differnt]

Thanks for the tick im watching this because of shas outside my sha

[@WALANGUTAKOO7]

hello i wish i have a digicam even 2ndhand i will accept...

[@CuttingEdgeSystema]

Thanks!

[@michealolum2734]

Thañx

[@VlogAcademyUK]

welcome :)

[@tonyajackson3120]

It says no video what’s going on I’ve connected the camcorder to the Mac with the video card

[@eyestorm]

What are you connecting to, Zoom? Have you shifted camera choice to the USB/stream card setting on your computer/in the app?

[@denisem5437]

Thank you thank you

[@Mangold108]

outstanding woman

[@wesleycurryii3341]

Now for the audio, eh?

[@rcfministries728]

I want to talk with you regarding about live streaming

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Can you write your question here? Otherwise Email on [e-mail]

[@rcfministries728]

Thanks a lot for your feedback

[@rcfministries728]

I had Panasonic V785 camera and Yamaha 16 channel mixer , 2 nos of monitors Mackie

[@rcfministries728]

I want to give live streaming in church every day prayer meeting so kindly tell me what are the requirements for live streaming

[@rcfministries728]

I had three daughters one of them completed her diploma in electronics and telecommunication so kindly advise me suitable courses for videography and audiography

[@לדיסלאופרידמן]

Not all video cameras have Live Video Exit Although it is HDMI cable !!!!!!

[@abuemmanuel1911]

When i stream the song at the background doesnt come

[@VlogAcademyUK]

You need to ensure you have the right output setting if you're streaming music from the same computer

[@Optical_Capital]

informative

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Glad to hear! 😄

[@SnipedSox]

Why can’t you just plug the camera directly into a computer via USB?

[@TravelwithMi]

You don't always, it depends on your setup - but the capture card converts the video signals so the computer can generate the best output.

[@davidgleg1497]

nice plant

[@ElainevanderLinde]

3:05

[@hillzfix6102]

🎉❤

[@ExploringAndMe]

Got a cheap capture card from china doesnt work

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Sorry to hear that :(

[@ExploringAndMe]

@@VlogAcademyUK might have to invest in a good card for my sony ax53

[@VlogAcademyUK]

@@ExploringAndMe if it will give you the return you hope for it's worth it!

[@fatmirsejdini5992]

Absolutely not helpful

[@VlogAcademyUK]

I'm sorry it didn't help. Do you want to be more specific as to what you need?

[@kingslayug4326]

Thanks for the lessons.. please help me know how to make a Livestream on KZbin with some words on it (titles)

[@VlogAcademyUK]

Did you sort it? You'd need to go via an external live streaming platform where you can add this.